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Massive Rally Supports Mamdani’s Progressive Agenda, Raises $1M

11/17/2025

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On November 16, 2025, hundreds gathered in Union Square, New York City, to back mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's progressive agenda, including higher taxes on the wealthy.
The rally was co-sponsored by various organizations and aimed to fund universal childcare and a rent freeze.
Mamdani's office said it raised about $1 million from more than 12,000 donors in ten days, contrasting with previous administrations that had fewer donors with higher average contributions.

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On November 16, 2025, hundreds gathered in Union Square, New York City, to back mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's progressive agenda, including higher taxes on the wealthy.
The rally was co-sponsored by various organizations and aimed to fund universal childcare and a rent freeze.
Mamdani's office said it raised about $1 million from more than 12,000 donors in ten days, contrasting with previous administrations that had fewer donors with higher average contributions.